Description
The Grignolino del Monferrato Casalese PDO is reserved exclusively for Red wine.
Production Area
The production area of Grignolino del Monferrato Casalese PDO is within the territory of numerous municipalities in the Province of Alessandria, in the Piedmont region.
Blends
Red: min. 90% Grignolino, with the possible addition of grapes originating from the Freisa grape variety, max. 10%.
Description of product typologies
Grignolino del Monferrato Casalese PDO is clear ruby-red in colour, acquiring orange hues with aging; the nose is slightly aromatic with evident hints of rose and apricot, and is distinguished by rich fruity notes determined by the limestone and alkaline characteristics of the soil; the palate is dry and harmonious, with good body and a smooth and velvety flavour with evident fruit and a white peppery finish.Grapes destined for the vinification of Grignolino del Monferrato Casalese PDO wines must ensure a minimum natural alcohol level of 10,5%. The vinification processes must be carried out within the delimited production area; however, taking traditional situations into consideration, these operations may take place within the entire territory of the Municipality of Alessandria and it is the faculty of Ministry to allow the vinification processes in the bordering Provinces as well, providing that they are in the Piedmont region and that such practice is traditionally in use at the producers by the entry into force of these regulations.
